Comments on: 7 Tricks To Your Best Workout EVER http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/ Vince DelMonte's Muscle Building Tips and Six Pack Secrets Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:33:04 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Jason 2 http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6836 Jason 2 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:57:11 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6836 Another trick that helps motivate me when I'm feeling a lack of will power to get into the gym is to jump onto Vince's website. Or other fitness professional's websites, for example, Jeff Anderson, Joel Marion, Eric Bonilla, Scott Tousignant, Zach Even Esh, Craig Ballantyne, etc. Once I see the pictures of their bodies and the other physically fit people they have pictures of on their websites (and of course, once I start reading their advice) for some reason that always motivates me to get into the gym.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6836','Jason 2'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6836','Jason 2','Another trick that helps motivate me when I\'m feeling a lack of will power to get into the gym is to jump onto Vince\'s website. Or other fitness professional\'s websites, for example, Jeff Anderson, Joel Marion, Eric Bonilla, Scott Tousignant, Zach Even Esh, Craig Ballantyne, etc. Once I see the pictures of their bodies and the other physically fit people they have pictures of on their websites (and of course, once I start reading their advice) for some reason that always motivates me to get into the gym.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> Another trick that helps motivate me when I’m feeling a lack of will power to get into the gym is to jump onto Vince’s website. Or other fitness professional’s websites, for example, Jeff Anderson, Joel Marion, Eric Bonilla, Scott Tousignant, Zach Even Esh, Craig Ballantyne, etc. Once I see the pictures of their bodies and the other physically fit people they have pictures of on their websites (and of course, once I start reading their advice) for some reason that always motivates me to get into the gym.
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]]> By: Jason http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6835 Jason Mon, 08 Jun 2009 19:45:08 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6835 <a href='#comment-6054' rel="nofollow">@4real</a> - In reply to 4real...I do the exact same thing: I open a Diet Mountain Dew on the drive to the gym, which gives me just enough time to drink about half of it. It seems to give me just the kick and energy I need to hit the gym hard. Oh, and I don't waste the other half. I finish it off when I finish the workout, which also seems to help me "wake up" after a grueling workout. I'm not sure if drinking a half-can of a carbonated soda before and after a workout is good for you, but it definitely seems to help me.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6835','Jason'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6835','Jason','<a href=\'#comment-6054\' rel=\"nofollow\">@4real<\/a> - In reply to 4real...I do the exact same thing: I open a Diet Mountain Dew on the drive to the gym, which gives me just enough time to drink about half of it. It seems to give me just the kick and energy I need to hit the gym hard. Oh, and I don\'t waste the other half. I finish it off when I finish the workout, which also seems to help me \"wake up\" after a grueling workout. I\'m not sure if drinking a half-can of a carbonated soda before and after a workout is good for you, but it definitely seems to help me.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> @4real – In reply to 4real…I do the exact same thing: I open a Diet Mountain Dew on the drive to the gym, which gives me just enough time to drink about half of it. It seems to give me just the kick and energy I need to hit the gym hard. Oh, and I don’t waste the other half. I finish it off when I finish the workout, which also seems to help me “wake up” after a grueling workout. I’m not sure if drinking a half-can of a carbonated soda before and after a workout is good for you, but it definitely seems to help me.
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]]> By: Matt Huffman http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6834 Matt Huffman Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:21:03 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6834 yea good advice, what do you think about drinking a protein shake with a 2 to 1 ratio of carbs to protein right before a work out, is that beneficial or eating an hour before does the job? Matt<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6834','Matt Huffman'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6834','Matt Huffman','yea good advice,\n\nwhat do you think about drinking a protein shake with a 2 to 1 ratio of carbs to protein right before a work out, is that beneficial or eating an hour before does the job?\n\nMatt'); return false;">Quote</a></div> yea good advice,

what do you think about drinking a protein shake with a 2 to 1 ratio of carbs to protein right before a work out, is that beneficial or eating an hour before does the job?

Matt

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]]> By: Clayton http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6833 Clayton Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:13:15 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6833 Definitely go the coffee... I have had some of my best workouts after a couple of short blacks. Probably not the best habit to get into absolutely needing to have one every time, but certainly doesn't help if you have had a really big day and are dragging your feet into the gym. I know plenty of trainers who would scoff at this advice but I highly recommend it and thanks Vince for your excellent coverage on it. Regards, Clayton Adelaide, Australia.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6833','Clayton'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6833','Clayton','Definitely go the coffee... I have had some of my best workouts after a couple of short blacks. Probably not the best habit to get into absolutely needing to have one every time, but certainly doesn\'t help if you have had a really big day and are dragging your feet into the gym.\n\nI know plenty of trainers who would scoff at this advice but I highly recommend it and thanks Vince for your excellent coverage on it.\n\nRegards, Clayton\nAdelaide, Australia.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> Definitely go the coffee… I have had some of my best workouts after a couple of short blacks. Probably not the best habit to get into absolutely needing to have one every time, but certainly doesn’t help if you have had a really big day and are dragging your feet into the gym.

I know plenty of trainers who would scoff at this advice but I highly recommend it and thanks Vince for your excellent coverage on it.

Regards, Clayton
Adelaide, Australia.

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]]> By: Sean http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6817 Sean Mon, 27 Apr 2009 23:22:15 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6817 All good advice! I workout in my garage and it is tough to stay motivated sometimes, so I keep a log book of EVERY workout and that keeps me going. I make sure I do better than the last similar workout and focus on that while I am warming up. Loud music helps me out a lot, so I crank it up, and focus! For the heavy lifts I rest as much as I need to, such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses, but for all other lifts I try to keep it in the 60 second range. It really helps you blast through the workout and keep things honest. Another good idea as mentioned above is the "dream body" picture idea with your current head "Photoshoped" over the original person. I did this and look at it daily on my computer. I tell myself about each body part and how it will become me soon. "I have broad defined shoulders, a slim defined waistline, etc. while staring at the photo. The mind is a powerful thing, so do this through out the day even while excising! You can manifest a body you want, so give it a try! The mind will keep you on track and motivated, trust me! Sean<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6817','Sean'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6817','Sean','All good advice! I workout in my garage and it is tough to stay motivated sometimes, so I keep a log book of EVERY workout and that keeps me going. I make sure I do better than the last similar workout and focus on that while I am warming up. Loud music helps me out a lot, so I crank it up, and focus! For the heavy lifts I rest as much as I need to, such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses, but for all other lifts I try to keep it in the 60 second range. It really helps you blast through the workout and keep things honest.\n\nAnother good idea as mentioned above is the \"dream body\" picture idea with your current head \"Photoshoped\" over the original person. I did this and look at it daily on my computer. I tell myself about each body part and how it will become me soon. \"I have broad defined shoulders, a slim defined waistline, etc. while staring at the photo. The mind is a powerful thing, so do this through out the day even while excising! You can manifest a body you want, so give it a try! The mind will keep you on track and motivated, trust me!\n\nSean'); return false;">Quote</a></div> All good advice! I workout in my garage and it is tough to stay motivated sometimes, so I keep a log book of EVERY workout and that keeps me going. I make sure I do better than the last similar workout and focus on that while I am warming up. Loud music helps me out a lot, so I crank it up, and focus! For the heavy lifts I rest as much as I need to, such as squats, deadlifts, and bench presses, but for all other lifts I try to keep it in the 60 second range. It really helps you blast through the workout and keep things honest.

Another good idea as mentioned above is the “dream body” picture idea with your current head “Photoshoped” over the original person. I did this and look at it daily on my computer. I tell myself about each body part and how it will become me soon. “I have broad defined shoulders, a slim defined waistline, etc. while staring at the photo. The mind is a powerful thing, so do this through out the day even while excising! You can manifest a body you want, so give it a try! The mind will keep you on track and motivated, trust me!

Sean

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]]> By: Adam http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6808 Adam Sun, 26 Apr 2009 10:39:27 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6808 I'd have to say what i do outside of the gym is the most important thing that helps me get the most out of each work out. If i don't feel fully recovered from a work out, then it doesn't matter what i do in the gym it's still not going to be as productive as it could be. I also ensure I get into the gym during quiet periods, that way i get the equipment i need and i can work out at my own fast pace. What keeps me motivated? Enjoyment and results, I enjoy what i do and it's made all the better as I see the constant gains I'm making.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6808','Adam'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6808','Adam','I\'d have to say what i do outside of the gym is the most important thing that helps me get the most out of each work out. If i don\'t feel fully recovered from a work out, then it doesn\'t matter what i do in the gym it\'s still not going to be as productive as it could be.\n\nI also ensure I get into the gym during quiet periods, that way i get the equipment i need and i can work out at my own fast pace.\n\nWhat keeps me motivated? Enjoyment and results, I enjoy what i do and it\'s made all the better as I see the constant gains I\'m making.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> I’d have to say what i do outside of the gym is the most important thing that helps me get the most out of each work out. If i don’t feel fully recovered from a work out, then it doesn’t matter what i do in the gym it’s still not going to be as productive as it could be.

I also ensure I get into the gym during quiet periods, that way i get the equipment i need and i can work out at my own fast pace.

What keeps me motivated? Enjoyment and results, I enjoy what i do and it’s made all the better as I see the constant gains I’m making.

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]]> By: ROSIE http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6818 ROSIE Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:41:06 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6818 HI VINNIE: As usual you are soooooooooooooooooo RIGHT! I do not use: caffeine, I-pod or a partner. Lots of crystal clear water. I changed from a "classie" gym to a "down to earth" gym - I do not need socializing, I need to workout (and I got great results - I say "good morning and "good by" (rud?, I do not think so, I get respect from guys and girls). I concentrate better by myself, sometimes I had help girls that asked for it, but take my precious time, and had to explain each workout and make sure that they doing it properly, I will take my time only if they will take it seriously. In other words, I prefer taking care of me. My biggest MOTIVATION is when people at the gym tell me the that I motivate them with my workouts (everybody knows that my coach is a Italian-Canadian teacher called VINCE DEL MONTE). Regards,<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6818','ROSIE'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6818','ROSIE','HI VINNIE:\n\nAs usual you are soooooooooooooooooo RIGHT!\nI do not use: caffeine, I-pod or a partner.\n\nLots of crystal clear water. I changed from a \"classie\" gym to a \"down to earth\" gym - I do not need socializing, I need to workout (and I got great results - I say \"good morning and \"good by\" (rud?, I do not think so, I get respect from guys and girls). I concentrate better by myself, sometimes I had help girls that asked for it, but take my precious time, and had to explain each workout and make sure that they doing it properly, I will take my time only if they will take it seriously. In other words, I prefer taking care of me.\n\nMy biggest MOTIVATION is when people at the gym tell me the that I motivate them with my workouts (everybody knows that my coach is a Italian-Canadian teacher called VINCE DEL MONTE).\n\nRegards,'); return false;">Quote</a></div> HI VINNIE:

As usual you are soooooooooooooooooo RIGHT!
I do not use: caffeine, I-pod or a partner.

Lots of crystal clear water. I changed from a “classie” gym to a “down to earth” gym – I do not need socializing, I need to workout (and I got great results – I say “good morning and “good by” (rud?, I do not think so, I get respect from guys and girls). I concentrate better by myself, sometimes I had help girls that asked for it, but take my precious time, and had to explain each workout and make sure that they doing it properly, I will take my time only if they will take it seriously. In other words, I prefer taking care of me.

My biggest MOTIVATION is when people at the gym tell me the that I motivate them with my workouts (everybody knows that my coach is a Italian-Canadian teacher called VINCE DEL MONTE).

Regards,

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]]> By: kamol http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6816 kamol Sat, 25 Apr 2009 14:38:28 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6816 To Oak Metrcalfe You may not lose the benefits of meal. Are you progressing i this way? If yes keep on doing this! My situation is similar with yours. I get up at 5 am and eat eggs, oatmeal, veggies about 1 hours prior to weight lifting. That is at 6 am I train and at 7.30 post workout meal.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6816','kamol'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6816','kamol','To Oak Metrcalfe\n\nYou may not lose the benefits of meal. Are you progressing i this way?\nIf yes keep on doing this! My situation is similar with yours. I get up at 5 am and eat eggs, oatmeal, veggies about 1 hours prior to weight lifting. That is at 6 am I train and at 7.30 post workout meal.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> To Oak Metrcalfe

You may not lose the benefits of meal. Are you progressing i this way?
If yes keep on doing this! My situation is similar with yours. I get up at 5 am and eat eggs, oatmeal, veggies about 1 hours prior to weight lifting. That is at 6 am I train and at 7.30 post workout meal.

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]]> By: 4real http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6814 4real Sat, 25 Apr 2009 13:34:00 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6814 becz of the economy i cant afford a starbucks coffee. For energy rush i will drink 1/2 of a diet mtn dew. What are pros and cons of this? i dont know how much caffeine is in it, but it works for me.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6814','4real'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6814','4real','becz of the economy i cant afford a starbucks coffee. For energy rush i will drink 1\/2 of a diet mtn dew. What are pros and cons of this? i dont know how much caffeine is in it, but it works for me.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> becz of the economy i cant afford a starbucks coffee. For energy rush i will drink 1/2 of a diet mtn dew. What are pros and cons of this? i dont know how much caffeine is in it, but it works for me.
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]]> By: Ari http://www.vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/1036/7-tricks-to-your-best-workout-ever/#comment-6815 Ari Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:21:53 +0000 http://vincedelmontefitness.com/blog/?p=1036#comment-6815 Yeah drinking a Starbucks Double shot Espresso, is probably the best before a workout. And just normal espresso is probably even better. But the Double Shot, is so good, well because it has cream. So people who dont like coffee but want to give it a try, try this.<div class="comment-remix-meta"><a href="#" class="replyto" onclick="replyto('6815','Ari'); return false;">Reply</a> - <a href="#" class="quote" onclick="quote('6815','Ari','Yeah drinking a Starbucks Double shot Espresso, is probably the best before a workout. And just normal espresso is probably even better. But the Double Shot, is so good, well because it has cream. So people who dont like coffee but want to give it a try, try this.'); return false;">Quote</a></div> Yeah drinking a Starbucks Double shot Espresso, is probably the best before a workout. And just normal espresso is probably even better. But the Double Shot, is so good, well because it has cream. So people who dont like coffee but want to give it a try, try this.
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